Job Description

If you're passionate about working with children and making a difference in their lives, we want to hear from you! The Astor Learning Center (ALC), a therapeutic special education school for children facing educational, emotional, and behavioral challenges, is hiring an Assistant Principal to join our supportive and collaborative team. We're searching for passionate, energetic individuals to join our team. Think of it as your chance to make a real impact, shaping young minds and making a tangible difference every single day.

The Assistant Principal supports the success of the school by providing leadership in supervising teachers and teaching assistants in curriculum, units of study, lesson plans, assessment, teaching strategies, and classroom management. In collaboration with the principal, the AP is responsible for the oversight of the curriculum, report cards, state testing, classroom observations, compliance, teacher coaching, supervision, and program Quality Assurance. This role reports directly to the School Principal, works closely with the school leadership team, and may have responsibilities extending beyond the typical school day hours.

What you will do:

• Develops, implements, and trains all staff in curriculum, behavior modification classroom techniques, and Individual Education Plans.
• Assists in interviewing and hiring of Teachers and Teacher Assistants.
• Assists in creating class lists and schedules.
• Promote effective communication and positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team and parents to determine the most suitable school placement for children based on individual needs.
• Assists in Committee on Special Education district meetings to advocate for most appropriate school placement for children evaluated.
• Coordinates NYS academic testing.
• Lesson Plan review and Classroom Observations.
• Demonstrate professionalism and maintain strong moral character in all settings.
• Demonstrate initiative, proactively identifying needs, solving problems, and taking action to support students, staff, and school operations without requiring direct supervision.
• Supervises teachers and teaching assistants as directed by the principal, including onboarding and coaching.
• Respond to emergency situations to ensure safety and appropriate resolution following outlined protocols and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and collective bargaining agreements.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal.

What we provide:

• Offers four personal days.
• Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.
• Enjoy time off per the School Calendar.
• Sick time is provided.
• Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.
• Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.
• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Room for growth and advancement within the organization.

Salary: $96,000/year

Join Astor Services – Apply Now!

Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team.

Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive.

Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories!

Requirements

What You Will Need:

• NYS School Building Leader Certification.
• K-8 Classroom and Curriculum Development Experiencer preferred.
• Master's degree in educational leadership or education administration.